2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1960 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Seat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 1960 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Aveo | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2010 mm |
